Overview
- Mia O'Brien, 23, from Huyton, was detained in Dubai after police allegedly found about 50g of cocaine last October.
- Her mother posted on December 3 that she is "coming home," and UK media reported the family's announcement on December 8.
- Campaign group Detained in Dubai says O'Brien received a 25-year sentence following a one-day trial conducted in Arabic, which she denies was just.
- O'Brien had reportedly appealed the conviction and was held in Al-Awir Central Prison, where her family described harsh conditions.
- The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office says it is supporting the family and liaising with UAE authorities, and Emirati officials have not publicly confirmed her release.